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Open Elgin

Discover Architectural Elgin Illinois

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Open Elgin

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Walk, Pedal, or Drive . . .

OpenElgin as been postponed until further notice because of the coronavirus

The free, self-guided architectural tour of Elgin buildings. Many historically significant buildings will open their doors for this one-day only event to share their secrets. Now in its fourth year, you’ll discover unique architectural features, fascinating histories, behind-the-scenes access and eye-opening elements brought to you by the Elgin Area Chamber in this annual event.

OpenElgin is a self-guided tour so you plan your own route on your timetable. Use this site to view the buildings that are featured on the tour, then download our map to plot your course. Each of the buildings on the tour will have a red OpenElgin flag at its entrance where you are welcome to enter and tour the building. Volunteers will also be stationed at each of the buildings who will help to answer your question and provide guidance.

Registration is not required to attend OpenElgin, but when you register for OpenElgin and sign up for our mailing list, you will be entered in a drawing to win an #ExploreElginArea swag bag full of local goodies! 

OpenElgin partners with a number of community organizations and business owners to present this unique opportunity in the community. We are grateful for the collaboration to present this annual event!

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BUILD YOUR OWN ELGIN SENIOR SERVICES BUILDING

Build Your Own
Build your own Senior Services Building

 

Kids of all ages who can build a scale model of actual OpenElgin historic building – the Senior Citizens’ 101 South Spring Streets in Elgin. Download your own Build Your Own model, print on your card stock and then cut out and glue together these full color miniature buildings.

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source: Illinois Historic Preservation

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The BUZZ

I remember going to Professional Building with my mother when I was little. Now my sister and I are vintage people and revisiting these old buildings brings back great memories.

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FREE ADMISSION TO ELGIN HISTORY MUSEUM DURING OPENELGIN!

The Elgin History Museum is housed in an 1856 landmark building known as Old Main that was once part of the Elgin Academy campus. We are located at 360 Park Street just outside of historic downtown Elgin, IL.

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Open Elgin is an initiative of the Elgin Area Chamber (EAC) and the Enhancing Elgin Committee of the Elgin Development Group (EDG). The Enhancing Elgin mission is to promote Elgin's positive aspects and quality of life. More

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